Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

LA Protests Turn Violent Amid Immigration Raids

6/10/2025

27 4

Left

Protests Escalate Violently

Protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids have intensified, resulting in violent confrontations with police. The LAPD labeled downtown an unlawful assembly zone, leading to ten arrests and the deployment of federal troops. Amid the chaos, Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi was struck by a rubber bullet, raising urgent alarms about the safety of the press.

Right

Hegseth Deploys Marines

Amid rising tensions from anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth dispatched 700 Marines to bolster the 300 National Guard troops on the ground. The situation escalated dangerously, with rioters clashing violently with law enforcement and igniting vehicles. Journalists, like Lauren Tomasi, faced injury from rubber bullets in the turmoil.

Center

Trump Deploys Troops

Protests erupted in Los Angeles as President Trump sent 2,000 National Guard troops to quell unrest from ICE raids. Governor Gavin Newsom criticized this decision, insisting local authorities could handle the situation. As tensions soared, clashes led to injuries and arrests, prompting urgent calls for peaceful demonstrations amidst the chaos.

History

Historical Context

Protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids echo historical civil unrest in the U.S., particularly during the 1960s and 1990s, when police violence against marginalized communities sparked widespread riots. The deployment of federal troops reflects past government responses to civil disorder, reminiscent of the National Guard's role during the Watts Riots in 1965, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding immigration and law enforcement.

1 of 4

Protests Escalate Violently

Protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids have intensified, resulting in violent confrontations with police. The LAPD labeled downtown an unlawful assembly zone, leading to ten arrests and the deployment of federal troops. Amid the chaos, Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi was struck by a rubber bullet, raising urgent alarms about the safety of the press.

1 / 4